AN-16/i v.2 Input Module
The AN-16/i v.2 Input Module connects up to 16 balanced line-level inputs from a mixing console's direct outputs, insert points, aux sends, and/or submixes to a personal mixing system.
When used alone, one AN-16/i v.2 generates a single 16-channel A-Net signal. The A-Net In jack allows multiple Pro16 input devices (including console cards, AN-16/i-M, and the original AN-16/i) to be connected together to generate the higher channel count Pro16e™ version of A-Net used by the A640, A360, and A320 Personal Mixers.
Compatibility Note
The Pro16e A-Net output of the AN-16/i v.2 is not compatible with the original A-16 Personal Mixer, AV-P2 Output Module, AN-16/o v.3 Output Module, and AN-16/o v.4 Output Modules with serial numbers 51162 and lower (built 2013 and before).
Features
- Sixteen balanced audio inputs (1/4-in TRS connectors)
- Sixteen balanced Thru connectors (TRS)
- A-Net In with four-position slot range selector switch
- Stereo Link switches for each channel pair
- Four-position gain switches (+22, +4, 0, -10dB)
- Signal present and clip LEDs per channel
Product Details
Analog line-level audio connected to the TRS inputs on the AN-16/i v.2 is converted to digital and transmitted via the Pro16e version of A-Net® over Cat-5e cable to Personal Mixers or Pro16 output devices.
Higher channel count A-Net streams can be generated by daisy-chaining additional Pro16 Series input devices via the A-Net In jack on the AN-16/i v.2. The four-position slot range switch allows each AN-16/i v.2 in a system to be assigned to one of the four slot ranges supported by the Pro16e protocol, increasing total audio sources up to 64.
Building Blocks for Personal Mixing
The AN-16/i v.2 is typically placed near the front-of-house or monitor console to simplify patching as the head-end for a Pro16 personal mixing system. Audio from the console—channel inserts, direct outs, submixes, auxes, or groups—connects directly to the TRS input channels.
A dedicated audio thru jack is available for each input channel, allowing the unit to be seamlessly inserted into an existing audio signal path.
Personal Mixer Compatibility
When building a system with an AN-16/i v.2 as the input source, any combination of the A640, A320, A360, and legacy A-16II Personal Mixers may be used.
When used with A640, A360, and A320 Personal Mixers, stereo input sources are seamlessly integrated. Each odd/even pair of inputs on the AN-16/i v.2 is automatically assigned to a single channel button on the mixer when a stereo source is connected.
Digital Snakes and Audio Networks
Used in conjunction with the AN-16/o v.4 Output Module, the AN-16/i v.2 can also be used in a digital snake as an input path for main return signals from front-of-house to signal processors and amps at the stage.
The SB4 System Bridge can be used to combine up to four Pro16 or Pro16e A-Net streams onto a single Cat-5e cable in a variety of bidirectional configurations. The flexibility and simplicity of the Pro16 Series allows complex audio distribution systems and snakes to be created quickly and cost-effectively.
AN-16/i v.2 Technical Specifications
| Audio Inputs | 16, balanced line-level, 1/4-inch TRS connector |
|---|---|
| Inputs Wiring | Tip: Audio +; Ring: Audio -; Sleeve: Ground |
| TRS Thru | Impedance matched output |
| Analog to Digital Conversion | 48kHz sample rate, 24 bit |
| Frequency Response | 4Hz–22kHz +0.2dB/-3dB |
| A-Net In | One Category 5 (RJ45 connector); Four-position slot range selector switch for use with Pro16e A-Net |
| A-Net Out | One Category 5 (RJ45 connector) |
| Gain Settings | Four-position switch: -10dBv, 0dBu, +4dBu, and +22dBu |
| Channel LED Indicators | Signal Present (green) and Clip (red), per channel |
| Line Inputs Impedance | 17.8k ohms (balanced line input); 48k ohms (overall impedance) |
| Stereo Operation | Stereo Link, per channel pair; Two-position switch (Normal, Link) |
| Maximum Input Level | +22dBu |
| THD +N | < 0.003% |
| Crosstalk | -90dB |
| Bit Error Rate (BER) | 10-12 |
| Signal to Noise (unweighted) | 90dB typical, A/D to D/A (Measured from AN-16/i to AN-16/o Output Module) |
| Digital Outputs | A-Net: 1; RJ45 connector |
| Pro16e A-Net Cable | Use unshielded Cat-5e UTP (or better) cable |
| Latency | <0.880 msec (measured from analog input to analog output) |
| Power Supply |
External, DC, universal switching type Input Voltage: 100–240 volts, 50/60Hz, 30VA Output Voltage: 18–24 VDC, 0.5 amp Plug Size: 2 mm |
| Power Draw | 18–24 VDC, 500mA |
| Dimensions | 19" (482.6 mm) wide x 5.75" (146 mm) deep; 1U high |
| Weight | 6.8 lb (3.08 kg) |
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